Manages internal research development and workflow, and develops external partnerships and engagement. Previously a senior advisor to the Wynne government. An Action Canada Fellow, Vass holds her Master of Public Policy from the University of Toronto’s School of Public Policy & Governance and is a McMaster ArtSci grad.

Supports Roger Martin as well as other aspects of the institute with a focus on executive administration and events. Her professional experience includes executive administration, sport and events management, provincial grant writing and philanthropic stewardship. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Northwood University, Florida Campus.

Studies the politics of race and ethnicity, particularly in cities. He is currently working on a book that examines how race shapes community and the politics of crime in two multiracial Chicago neighborhoods. Jan holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Chicago.

Leads research project “Urbanization and the rise of the creative/middle class in South-East Asia” and assists with teaching and education development. Melanie relocated from Berlin after working as freelance consultant and visiting lecturer. She completed her PhD on the art market in Urban and Regional Economic Studies at HafenCity University Hamburg.

Shaping the MPI’s narrative voice, Ian leads internal and external content production, writing and editing. A music critic and arts & culture columnist, he holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of King’s College and bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Victoria.

Creating the MPI’s visual identity through info-graphics, data visualization, and design, she works closely with the team to create effective communications. Michelle holds a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from OCAD and a Masters in Information Studies from the University of Toronto.

Studies family and child wellbeing, particularly in the areas of health, education, and consumer decision-making. She is currently working on projects in two broad areas – first, examining the effects of refundable tax benefits on family spending, savings and debt; and second, investigating the causes and effects of increasing prevalence of ADHD among children. Lauren completed her PhD in Policy Analysis and Management at Cornell University, and her Masters at The Ohio State University, where she will return as an assistant professor of Consumer Science in 2015. www.laurenedenjones.com

Draws from his experience in management, business history, and environmental sciences to make connections across the pillars of infrastructure underlying democratic capitalism. When not researching, he contributes to the design and delivery of executive education programs in strategy, Integrative Thinking, and Business Design. A former geologist, Darren holds an MBA from the Rotman School of Management and a BA, Summa Cum Laude, from Colgate University.

Senior researcher and research project manager of Cities. Karen’s quantitative research examines the challenges and divides created by urban prosperity with a particular focus on migration and immigration in the United States and Canada. Karen holds a PhD in Geography from McMaster University and Masters of Economics from the University of Toronto.

Provides operational support for the Global Solution Networks program and The Tapscott Group. Katherine holds a Masters of International Relations and Economics from the University of St. Andrews in Fife, Scotland, and a J.D. from Osgoode Hall Law School. She was called to the Bar of Ontario in 2013.

Long term collaborator of the MPI and visiting faculty at the Martin Prosperity Institute since 2009. Studies location patterns of creative individuals and firms to determine how they shape regional development. Charlotta has more than 150 invited, external speeches, both nationally and internationally, including the EU and the UN, and companies like IBM.

Studies the infrastructure that supports the prosperity of regional economies using both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques. Previously a Policy Analyst at the Institute for Competitiveness & Prosperity. Melissa holds her Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Toronto.

Leads our work on knowledge infrastructure and education. A writer, educator and program architect, Jennifer is keenly interested in innovation, design and integrative thinking in education and in organizations.

Leverages spatial and statistical data to support research reports. Creates maps and charts to communicate and illustrate data. Isabel holds a Masters of Spatial Analysis from Ryerson University and an Honours Bachelor’s of Science in Urban Studies, Archaeology, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from the University of Toronto.

Manages and supports all operational aspects of the Institute with a focus on executive administration. Her professional experience includes freelance journalism, multi-media creation, as well as promotions and event coordination. She completed the Journalism program at Humber College and is currently working toward certification as a Project Management Professional.

Leads the development of urban data science at the MPI and conducts research on the economies of cities. An economic development expert, Greg has over 15 years of consulting experience in Canada and the UK. Greg earned his M.Sc.Pl. (Planning) and Ph.D. (Geography) from the University of Toronto.

Executive Director of the Martin Prosperity Institute and the Institute for Competitiveness and Prosperity, two of Canada’s leading think tanks. With a background as a teacher and a lawyer, Jamison has spent the last decade committed to developing and implementing impactful public policy. That work continues here as he aims to build upon the successful legacy of the institutes while blazing an exciting future. Jamison holds a B.A. (Honours) and a B.Ed from Queen’s, along with a LLB from Dalhousie.